Adaptive planting design and management framework for urban climate change adaptation and mitigation

Fragmentation and biodiversity change in urban vegetation: A case study of tram lines

“…(i) Aesthetic value: Vegetation along tram lines can enhance the visual appeal of the urban landscape (Pochodyła et al, 2022;Sanchez et al, 2017;Sikorski et al, 2018;Vega & Küffer, 2021). Plants can create a natural and welcoming environment that softens the harshness of the urban infrastructure (Farrell et al, 2022;Teixeira et al, 2022).…”

“…Understanding the role of vegetation on tram lines is crucial for effective urban and spatial planning, as it can have a significant benefit on: (i) Aesthetic value: Vegetation along tram lines can enhance the visual appeal of the urban landscape (Pochodyła et al, 2022; Sanchez et al, 2017; Sikorski et al, 2018; Vega & Küffer, 2021). Plants can create a natural and welcoming environment that softens the harshness of the urban infrastructure (Farrell et al, 2022; Teixeira et al, 2022). (ii) Environmental benefits: Vegetation on tram lines can provide a range of environmental benefits, including improved air quality (Bajçinovci & Bajçinovci, 2020; Jakubcová & Horváthová, 2020), reduced noise pollution (Akay & Önder, 2022), and mitigation of the urban heat island effect (Dian et al, 2019; Jakubcová & Horváthová, 2020; Leal Filho et al, 2021).…”

Fragmentation and biodiversity change in urban vegetation: A case study of tram lines

“…(i) Aesthetic value: Vegetation along tram lines can enhance the visual appeal of the urban landscape (Pochodyła et al, 2022;Sanchez et al, 2017;Sikorski et al, 2018;Vega & Küffer, 2021). Plants can create a natural and welcoming environment that softens the harshness of the urban infrastructure (Farrell et al, 2022;Teixeira et al, 2022).…”

“…Understanding the role of vegetation on tram lines is crucial for effective urban and spatial planning, as it can have a significant benefit on: (i) Aesthetic value: Vegetation along tram lines can enhance the visual appeal of the urban landscape (Pochodyła et al, 2022; Sanchez et al, 2017; Sikorski et al, 2018; Vega & Küffer, 2021). Plants can create a natural and welcoming environment that softens the harshness of the urban infrastructure (Farrell et al, 2022; Teixeira et al, 2022). (ii) Environmental benefits: Vegetation on tram lines can provide a range of environmental benefits, including improved air quality (Bajçinovci & Bajçinovci, 2020; Jakubcová & Horváthová, 2020), reduced noise pollution (Akay & Önder, 2022), and mitigation of the urban heat island effect (Dian et al, 2019; Jakubcová & Horváthová, 2020; Leal Filho et al, 2021).…”

Assessment of the Potential Contribution of the Urban Green System to the Carbon Balance of Cities

“…Many strategies are implemented in this regard. For example, Teixeira et al [41] have applied an adaptive planting design and management for urban climate change adaptation and mitigation in the city of Porto (Portugal). Management strategies to change this balance include different pruning or thinning intensities [27], decreasing mulch application rates and expanding tree canopy extent, permitting spontaneously growing species by a reduced management intensity [42], and management frequency [21].…”

Beyond Urban Forests: The Multiple Functions and the Overlooked Role of Semi-Natural Ecosystems in Mediterranean Cities

“…Urban forests typically require substantial water to establish and maintain, which may not be sustainable or practical given the limited water resources [29]. Without careful selection, the species planted in urban forests may not be resilient to the Mediterranean climate, requiring intensive management and resources [30], or they might become invasive, disrupting local ecosystems [31].…”

Fragmentation and biodiversity change in urban vegetation: A case study of tram lines

“…(i) Aesthetic value: Vegetation along tram lines can enhance the visual appeal of the urban landscape (Pochodyła et al, 2022;Sanchez et al, 2017;Sikorski et al, 2018;Vega & Küffer, 2021). Plants can create a natural and welcoming environment that softens the harshness of the urban infrastructure (Farrell et al, 2022;Teixeira et al, 2022).…”

“…Understanding the role of vegetation on tram lines is crucial for effective urban and spatial planning, as it can have a significant benefit on: (i) Aesthetic value: Vegetation along tram lines can enhance the visual appeal of the urban landscape (Pochodyła et al, 2022; Sanchez et al, 2017; Sikorski et al, 2018; Vega & Küffer, 2021). Plants can create a natural and welcoming environment that softens the harshness of the urban infrastructure (Farrell et al, 2022; Teixeira et al, 2022). (ii) Environmental benefits: Vegetation on tram lines can provide a range of environmental benefits, including improved air quality (Bajçinovci & Bajçinovci, 2020; Jakubcová & Horváthová, 2020), reduced noise pollution (Akay & Önder, 2022), and mitigation of the urban heat island effect (Dian et al, 2019; Jakubcová & Horváthová, 2020; Leal Filho et al, 2021).…”

Assessment of the Potential Contribution of the Urban Green System to the Carbon Balance of Cities

“…Many strategies are implemented in this regard. For example, Teixeira et al [41] have applied an adaptive planting design and management for urban climate change adaptation and mitigation in the city of Porto (Portugal). Management strategies to change this balance include different pruning or thinning intensities [27], decreasing mulch application rates and expanding tree canopy extent, permitting spontaneously growing species by a reduced management intensity [42], and management frequency [21].…”

Beyond Urban Forests: The Multiple Functions and the Overlooked Role of Semi-Natural Ecosystems in Mediterranean Cities

“…Urban forests typically require substantial water to establish and maintain, which may not be sustainable or practical given the limited water resources [29]. Without careful selection, the species planted in urban forests may not be resilient to the Mediterranean climate, requiring intensive management and resources [30], or they might become invasive, disrupting local ecosystems [31].…”

Fragmentation and biodiversity change in urban vegetation: A case study of tram lines

“…(i) Aesthetic value: Vegetation along tram lines can enhance the visual appeal of the urban landscape (Pochodyła et al, 2022;Sanchez et al, 2017;Sikorski et al, 2018;Vega & Küffer, 2021). Plants can create a natural and welcoming environment that softens the harshness of the urban infrastructure (Farrell et al, 2022;Teixeira et al, 2022).…”

“…Understanding the role of vegetation on tram lines is crucial for effective urban and spatial planning, as it can have a significant benefit on: (i) Aesthetic value: Vegetation along tram lines can enhance the visual appeal of the urban landscape (Pochodyła et al, 2022; Sanchez et al, 2017; Sikorski et al, 2018; Vega & Küffer, 2021). Plants can create a natural and welcoming environment that softens the harshness of the urban infrastructure (Farrell et al, 2022; Teixeira et al, 2022). (ii) Environmental benefits: Vegetation on tram lines can provide a range of environmental benefits, including improved air quality (Bajçinovci & Bajçinovci, 2020; Jakubcová & Horváthová, 2020), reduced noise pollution (Akay & Önder, 2022), and mitigation of the urban heat island effect (Dian et al, 2019; Jakubcová & Horváthová, 2020; Leal Filho et al, 2021).…”

Assessment of the Potential Contribution of the Urban Green System to the Carbon Balance of Cities

“…Many strategies are implemented in this regard. For example, Teixeira et al [41] have applied an adaptive planting design and management for urban climate change adaptation and mitigation in the city of Porto (Portugal). Management strategies to change this balance include different pruning or thinning intensities [27], decreasing mulch application rates and expanding tree canopy extent, permitting spontaneously growing species by a reduced management intensity [42], and management frequency [21].…”

Beyond Urban Forests: The Multiple Functions and the Overlooked Role of Semi-Natural Ecosystems in Mediterranean Cities

“…Urban forests typically require substantial water to establish and maintain, which may not be sustainable or practical given the limited water resources [29]. Without careful selection, the species planted in urban forests may not be resilient to the Mediterranean climate, requiring intensive management and resources [30], or they might become invasive, disrupting local ecosystems [31].…”